Ongoing rainfall combined with releases from the Burrendong Dam have resulted in renewed and prolonged flooding along the Macquarie River.

Warren Shire Council have advised that the Macquarie River at Warren Town is currently at 8.96 metres and is likely to remain around the moderate flood level (8.50 metres) for at least 2-3 weeks, with further rises possible.

"Be assured, Council and the NSW SES have everything in place to mitigate the effects of further river rises and prepare for more reasonable rainfall including water carts, pumps and a roster system, and we continue to monitor the short and long-term weather forecasts," said Mayor Milton Quigley in an alert distributed this afternoon.

"Thank you again to everyone who has donated tractors to assist with our flood mitigation efforts. We ask that all residents be aware of any weather changes and drive to the current road conditions."

For emergency help in floods and storms, call the NSW State Emergency Service (SES) on 132 500. In life-threatening situations call triple zero (000) immediately.

See the Central West NSW SES Facebook page or contact the NSW State Emergency Service for the latest updates and flood bulletins.

Current Road Conditions

Due to the ongoing wet weather conditions, all unsealed roads within Warren Shire have just today reopened to vehicles WITH CAUTION. A number of sealed roads remain closed at this time.

"Thank you for your patience while we work to repair all roads damaged by the ongoing inclement weather," Mayor Quigley said. " This level of continued rainfall presents unprecedented circumstances for the condition of our road network and we appreciate your cooperation during this time."

"We remind all residents that driving on roads closed by Council is illegal and any insurances or accident cover will not take effect, should you get into trouble in these locations," he said. "Driving on closed roads may also result in substantial fines and penalties."

"We ask that you don’t drive on closed roads to protect yourself, others and the road surface from further damage and take care even when driving on recently opened roads to avoid further closures in these areas."

Never drive, walk or play in floodwaters. Floodwater may be deep, fast flowing and may contain hidden snags and debris.

The Western Plains App Road Conditions has links to all available shire reports.